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Earth is a huge magnet with two magnetic poles. A magnet has an invisible force called magnetism. Children will discover what magnetism is and learn how magnets work.

Gases, liquids, and solids are all matter. Everything that has mass and takes up space is matter. This book instructs eager learners about the different forms of matter and explains how matter can change forms.

Gravity keeps people grounded and prevents them from floating away into space! Young readers will learn how and why gravity works and discover how to measure it on Earth.

A firefly is an insect that can make light by mixing chemicals inside its body! This book introduces children to light sources, light rays, and the scientific concept of reflection.

Movements called vibrations produce sound. Small vibrations make a quiet sound. Big vibrations make a loud sound. This book teaches children what sound is and how it can be measured.

Pushing against a wall and pulling on a rope are examples of forces at work in the world around us. This age-appropriate way of discussing forces allows young readers to explore beginner physics using language and examples they can easily understand. The simple, accessible text and colorful diagrams present a basic science curriculum topic to early learners in a fresh and fun way. Vibrant photographs of young people experimenting with forces encourage...

Fireworks are made of chemicals that turn colors when they burn. All colors are reflected light. This book introduces young readers to color and explains how animals and people use color.

Why does light appear after you flick on a light switch? Where does electricity come from? Questions such as these are answered in this age-appropriate and educational book all about electricity, which is a common part of elementary science curricula. This engaging text explains basic scientific concepts to young readers to teach them about how electricity works, where it comes from, and how we use it in our everyday lives. Vibrant, full-color photographs...

Perhaps the most successful way to truly grasp an important science concept is to see it in action. This awesome book invites readers to put on their lab coats and transform into scientists. They'll perform several simple experiments by following step-by-step instructions, accompanied by helpful images, and are encouraged to reflect on their results. By each experiment's end, they'll have discovered an essential principle of science for themselves...

Chemistry has never been so fun-and so accessible-as it is in the bright pages of this invaluable volume. While following step-by-step instructions, with the aid of colorful illustrations, readers find themselves in control of their own laboratory, exploring such significant scientific topics as changing states of matter, chemical reactions, and crystal formation. Each experiment, using common materials, highlights a need-to-know concept as well as...